Kuoqing Decoction

Kuoqing Decoction,Indicated for conditions such as stagnation in the Triple Burner, distension and fullness in the chest and diaphragm, obstructed airways, difficulty urinating, generalized edema in individuals whose vitality has not yet declined, or isolated abdominal distension caused by excess qi rather than fluid retention.

Formulas Name : Kuoqing Decoction

Chinese Name : 廓清饮

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Trifoliate Orange Peel, 1.5 qian of Magnolia Bark, 1–2 qian of Areca Nut Peel, 5–7 fen or 1–2 qian of White Mustard Seed, 1 qian of Radish Seed (crushed raw) (if abdominal distension is not severe and the patient is able to eat, this ingredient may be omitted), 2–3 qian of Poria (used with skin), 2–3 qian of Alisma, and 1 qian of Dried Tangerine Peel.

Source

From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

Indicated for conditions such as stagnation in the Triple Burner, distension and fullness in the chest and diaphragm, obstructed airways, difficulty urinating, generalized edema in individuals whose vitality has not yet declined, or isolated abdominal distension caused by excess qi rather than fluid retention.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the above ingredients in 1.5 zhong of water until reduced to 7 fen; take warm after meals.

Kuoqing Decoction,From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,Indicated for conditions such as stagnation in the Triple Burner, distension and fullness in the chest and diaphragm, obstructed airways, difficulty urinating, generalized edema in individuals whose vitality has not yet declined, or isolated abdominal distension caused by excess qi rather than fluid retention.

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